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Rejection Sensitivity and Puberty in Mental Health Vulnerability to Social Media Experiences in Early Adolescent Girls

Washington University School of Medicine

Start Date

2/5/2025

Completion Date

6/30/2029

Summary

This longitudinal study is designed to test bidirectional relationships between preteen girls' mental health and social media experiences. We will explore how pubertal development and experiences of rejection influence these relationships.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Range: 10 years to No maximum

Inclusion Criteria: * female aged 10-11 years * engagement in social media use * proficient in the English language * family/personal device that can complete daily diaries Exclusion Criteria: * previously diagnosed chronic medical illness * autism spectrum disorder * significant developmental or speech delay * endocrine disorder * not assigned female at birth (AFAB)

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Social Rejection Task

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Conditions

Rejection SensitivityPubertyPsychopathology

Locations

Washington University School of Medicine

St Louis, Missouri 63110

United States